Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene

Grants & Funding

Boundless Futures EmpowerHER Quarterly Grant; Deadline is May 2

April 23, 2025

Boundless Futures Foundation (BFF) grants are awarded directly to female entrepreneurs who are using their businesses to solve social issues through their product or business model that includes poverty & hunger, sustainability & the environment, and strong communities.

Marketing & Strategy

Shark Tank, Virtual Series Featuring Business Titans Sharing Game-Changing Strategies

April 23, 2025

The Inc. Small Business Week Series will bring together some of the most formidable business minds — Daymond John, Kevin O’Leary, Barbara Corcoran, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec, and Daniel Lubetzky — to share their unmatched expertise on scaling businesses in uncertain times.

Events, Expos & Trade Shows

2025 Florida Prosperity & Economic Opportunity Solution Summit

April 23, 2025

Join the Florida Chamber Foundation for the 2025 Florida Prosperity & Economic Opportunity Solution Summit from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 29 at Daytona International Speedway.

Economic Scene

Learn How to Sell on Amazon at the Next Acuity Business Pass Seminar

April 23, 2025

The next Acuity Business Pass learning seminar will provide entrepreneurs, new businesses, and existing businesses looking to expand to new sales channels with a step-by-step guide to selling on Amazon.

Workforce Updates

Hire and Earn the Work Opportunity Tax Credit

April 16, 2025

The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a federal tax credit that encourages companies to hire employees from groups that have historically faced significant barriers to gainful employment.

Economic Scene

Earth Day Free Technology Recycling Event

April 16, 2025

Vann Data will host an Earth Day free technology recycling event, encouraging individuals and businesses to responsibly recycle old and unwanted electronics.

Business News & Resources

12 Smart Small Business Tax Strategies That Will Save You Money

April 16, 2025

From paying down debt to choosing a retirement plan, there are several decisions small business owners need to make that can have an effect come tax season.

Marketing & Strategy

How to Avoid New Strategy Fatigue

April 08, 2025

Strategy fatigue is a phenomenon that’s on the rise. Recent studies show a notable increase in the frequency of strategy shifts. A survey of 1,284 executives revealed that 85% of senior leaders have observed “an explosive increase” in transformation projects over the past five years.

Entrepreneur Resources

Showcase Your Business at the Daytona State College Entrepreneur Networking Event

April 08, 2025

The Daytona State College (DSC) School of Business is inviting businesses to promote current positions for high performance talent needs.

Entrepreneur Resources

Famous Amos Ingredients For Success Entrepreneurs Initiative Award Program

April 08, 2025

APPLICATION DEADLINE 4/23/2025 - The Famous Amos Ingredients for Success (IFS) Entrepreneurs Initiative is an annual national award program that creates pathways for early-stage Black business owners to thrive by providing $150,000 in capital awards, mentorship, networking, and educational resources.

How can we help?

Talk to one of our local experts about your business needs.

Contact Us
Volusia County Icon